Members of Young Democratic Socialists of America and Students for Justice in Palestine at ASU take a group photo at YDSA's general meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021, in the Memorial Union on the Tempe Campus.

Alexis Waiss is an assignment editor and senior reporter, covering breaking news and writing long-form stories. Alexis worked on SP's politics desk for a year, where she reported on the Legislature, higher education policy, student government, the city of Tempe and stories highlighting social justice. She previously worked as a fellow for the Asian American Journalist Association's VOICES program.
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By Chloe Gorgue | January 27, 2026"The show highlights both the pressure of coming out and the pressure of being in a relationship. It's representation of both closeted and out community members has influenced fans to be more comfortable with themselves." Illustration by:
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By Jennifer Kao | January 27, 2026"This problem is also seen in and around the University campuses, being done by students, visitors and regular passersby alike." Illustration by:
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By Dustin Davila-Bojorquez | January 26, 2026Zipps Sports Grill on Mill Avenue on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, in Tempe.



